My first car audio build

[TehRegulator 10+ year member]

So I'm doing my first complete car audio system overhaul on my IS300 and wanted some judgement on my shopping list before I make the purchase. The only item I have already purchased is the Pioneer AVH-P4400BH Head Unit and dash kit. I'm a bit of a noob but have a good head on my shoulders and plan on doing it the right way using all available resources. It's been difficult to decide on these components but this is what I have come up with. My budget is up to $1500 but I am trying to keep it close to $1000. So $1000-$1500 total. So far I am at $1021.92.

I paid $400 for the AVH-P4400BH and kit.

The rest of the list:

Rockford Fosgate Rfk4x 4 Gauge Amplifier Install Kit Made of 100% Pure Crystal-oxygen Free Copper - Rockford Fosgate

$77.99

Focal 165 VB - Focal

$249.99

MRX-F30 - Alpine 4-Channel 600 Watt Max Speaker Amplifier - Alpine

$169.95

Alpine Spr-69 6 x 9 Inches 2 Way Pair of Car Speakers Totalling 600 Watts Peak / 200 Watts RMS - Alpine

$114.00

Metra 70-8113 Radio Wiring Harness for Toyota Amp Integration 20 Pin - Metra Electronics Corp

$9.99

I'm also either buying a 3/4" speaker baffle for the front speakers or making my own out of a plastic or mdf material.

Judge away and please don't flame... I am a noob. What do you guys think... any advice would be appreciated.

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[nauc 10+ year member]

so, now that you have the deck, home much $ do you have to spend on the rest of the gear??? your post is all over the place. $1100, $1,000 or $600?

no sub?

 

[2012ScionTC 10+ year member]

knukonceptz.com for power wire, speaker, rca connects.

 

[TehRegulator 10+ year member]

I am willing to go up to $1500 but trying to keep it closer to $1000. I don't think I need a sub and like my trunk space. I figure the 6x9's will provide sufficient bass.

So far I am just over $1000 with the HU and this shopping list.

 

[TehRegulator 10+ year member]

knukonceptz.com for power wire, speaker, rca connects.

Are you trying to tell me the wiring kit I want to order is not good? It seems like it is pretty good quality to me. Is there something wrong with using copper?

 

[Jsantoyo89]

Are you trying to tell me the wiring kit I want to order is not good? It seems like it is pretty good quality to me. Is there something wrong with using copper?

Yes, the price

Audiotechnix.com they have good stuff at cheap prices.

 

[TehRegulator 10+ year member]

OK, So the RF wiring kit is overkill or just too expensive (reserving my own judgment and considering the KnuKoncepts kit I originally planned on buying).

My IS300 brethren are advising me to go with a better amplifier so I'm swapping out the Alpine amp with this...

XD400/4 - JL Audio 400W Full Range Class D 4-Channel Amplifier Features - JL Audio

$373.99

Thoughts?

 

[Bettr n' Revrse 5,000+ posts]

I am willing to go up to $1500 but trying to keep it closer to $1000. I don't think I need a sub and like my trunk space. I figure the 6x9's will provide sufficient bass.
So far I am just over $1000 with the HU and this shopping list.

6x9's dont provide bass... Dont bother with them and spend that money one deadening

 

[CAT MAN 5,000+ posts]

Yes, the price
Audiotechnix.com they have good stuff at cheap prices.

you're stupid. OFC is much better than cca OFC carries 26% more current less resistant and less heat.

 

[Bettr n' Revrse 5,000+ posts]

OK, So the RF wiring kit is overkill or just too expensive (reserving my own judgment and considering the KnuKoncepts kit I originally planned on buying).
My IS300 brethren are advising me to go with a better amplifier so I'm swapping out the Alpine amp with this...

XD400/4 - JL Audio 400W Full Range Class D 4-Channel Amplifier Features - JL Audio

$373.99

Thoughts?

No

 

[Jsantoyo89]

you're stupid. OFC is much better than cca OFC carries 26% more current less resistant and less heat.

i was talking price wise between the one he chose and the OFC that AT as has, sorry i didn't make myself clear.

 

[CAT MAN 5,000+ posts]

i was talking price wise between the one he chose and the OFC that AT as has, sorry i didn't make myself clear.

when it comes to new guys if you are unclear it can and will turn bad. harsh as it may be .

 

[TehRegulator 10+ year member]

I already decided that I would be using OFC... just a matter of which kit/brand. There are cheaper kits... I'll probably use the KnuKoncepts one but let's move past that.

Starting to realize most of this stuff is a matter of opinion besides the fundamental basic science involved. I'm just trying to modernize and improve my sound system.

I want to spend more time researching amplifiers before I make that purchase but the rest of it looks good to me. I guess asking a bunch of people who have been involved in car audio for some time what they think of one particular set up is a waste of time. I'm just a noobie looking for some opinions on the products I'm about to purchase.

 

[TehRegulator 10+ year member]

6x9's dont provide bass... Dont bother with them and spend that money one deadening

Keeping the stock 6x9's on an IS300 is not really an option with an aftermarket head unit and amplifier setup. If I decide down the road to add a sub I might but it will be a discussion for another day.

 

[Bettr n' Revrse 5,000+ posts]

Keeping the stock 6x9's on an IS300 is not really an option with an aftermarket head unit and amplifier setup. If I decide down the road to add a sub I might but it will be a discussion for another day.

Just dont amplify them and they will be fine... How do you like your car?